Success Doesn't Always Translate
Theres a big difference between airing at 12:35 and 11:35. We saw this happen in 2008 with Conan OBrien: his comedy stylings worked at 12:35, but simply did not draw large audiences at 11:35. So the major question is, how will Fallon make the transition? What sort of ratings does NBC expect, and what might happen if they dont see them from Fallon after his move? We know NBC execs have notoriously itchy trigger fingers, and that might prove much more of a burden for Fallons transition to the coveted Tonight Show seat. What do you think? Is Jimmy Fallon the right person to take over the Tonight Show from Jay Leno? Sound off in the comments below!